Emergency and security condition retractable computer arrangements

Abstract

A computer arrangement for inducing a retraction of a computer component in response to a sensed emergency or security condition. The computer arrangement can include an enclosure with an open inner volume and a support member extendably and retractably retained relative to the enclosure. A computer component, such as a monitor, a keyboard, or a laptop computer, can be retained relative to the support member. One or more sensors can sense an emergency or security condition thereby to induce a retraction of the support member and, possibly, a closing of a lid. The keyboard or laptop computer can be retained relative to a support unit or cradle, which can be manually or automatically pivotable between a storage configuration and a second configuration.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention relates generally to electronic systems and methods. More particularly, disclosed and protected herein are arrangements and methods for inducing a retraction of computer arrangements in response to sensed emergency and security conditions. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] In numerous circumstances, it would be advantageous to be able to induce an automatic retraction of a computer arrangement in response to a sensed emergency or security condition. By way of example, computers, computer components, and the data contained therein can be damaged or rendered unusable by fire and other extreme conditions. Furthermore, the mere threat of fire in a building can induce emergency precautions, such as sprinkler and fire retardant activation, that can impart irremediable damage to computer components. Additionally, theft, tampering, and unauthorized access to computer components present real and recognized dangers to businesses and individ...

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Benefits of technology

[0004] In light of the state of the art summarized above, the present invention is founded on the basic object of providing arrangements and methods for inducing a retraction of computer arrangements in response to sensed emergency and security conditions. This and further objects and advantages of the present invention will become obvious not only to one who reviews the present specification and drawings but also to those who have an opport

Problems solved by technology

By way of example, computers, computer components, and the data contained therein can be damaged or rendered unusable by fire and other extreme conditions.

Furthermore, the mere threat of fire in a building can induce emergency precautions, such as sprinkler and fire retardant activation, that can impart irremediable damage to computer components.

Additionally, theft, tampering, and unauthorized access to computer components present real and recognized dangers to businesses and individuals.

Indeed, the risk of thef

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